Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryMortlachBruichladdich
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV55.9%40%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£150£150
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value33/100

Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £150 vs £150.

For beginners: Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Trestarig?

Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

New Wood

Only Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)

VanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Trestarig Futures 2005 (Bruichladdich) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyFresh FruitYeastyCitric

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